Commercial Manager (Projects)

The Commercial Manager (Projects) will manage numerous stakeholder relationships, including external relationships with clients, quantity surveyors, operational colleagues and colleagues who provide functional support to the HMCTS contract (e.g. finance, HR, and legal) and directly engage with sector/ business leadership. This role interacts with managers of all levels both internally and within our client organisations - good communication skills are essential.

The Commercial Manager (Projects) will lead commercial delivery of project works across the HMCTS estate. They will provide contract commercial management and profit improvement, along with focus on compliance. In addition, they may be required to support growth within the existing contract as well as new business development initiatives to extend the suite of contracts in the region.

This individual will work within the Commercial function to lead a team of quantity surveyors in delivering projects across the HMCTS estate, ensuring that income is maximised, risk is minimised and costs are managed in accordance with each project's governed position.

• Ensuring governance and diligence requirements are followed with subcontractors
• Leading commercial management of project lifecycle from tender through delivery to final account
• Supporting quality service delivery by raising awareness of contractual responsibilities among colleagues (including contract deliverables, scope of services etc.)
• Supporting the management of cash and meeting key financial metrics
• Managing commercial and contractual elements of variation/change control
• Identify, plan and resolve potential disputes arising under client/subcontractor engagements
• Leading governance to ensure compliance with the requirements of the contract and Equans' processes
• Supporting the identification and management of risks at all levels (operational, financial, commercial, technical)
• Providing day-to-day commercial support to the project management team
• Interpreting and analysing subcontracts in response to identified issues and/or as part of departmental risk review
• Building strong relationships with senior client representatives; preparing and presenting reports as required to assure stakeholders

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

• Skilled negotiator with proven experience in a commercial environment
• IT literate with knowledge of MS applications e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Understanding and practical application of base English law applicable to contracts generally and the projects within the FM industry in particular
• Educated to degree/ diploma level in Quantity Surveying or a related subject
• Correctly processing confidential/commercially sensitive information
• Sound understanding of risk analysis and management
• Demonstrating compliance of governed positions (by audit against Equans' commercial standards)
• Suitable commercial experience delivering multiple projects simultaneously within a facilities management environment
• Excellent financial acumen with an ability to analyse complex data and documentation with accuracy
• Thorough knowledge and experience of business assurance systems
• Excellent communicator

Equans is looking for a Commercial Manager (Projects) to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

The role offers hybrid working, with travel required to London.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

• Gym membership discounts
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Life Cover equivalent to 3 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year